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The Office of International Affairs supports the Secretary of Energy and other Departmental elements with a range of expertise on international energy activities. Among other areas, IA experts maintain extensive knowledge of the following issues:

International Energy Policy

Regional and country-specific energy policies and practices, technology developments, and market conditions in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, Eurasia, and the Middle East

Bilateral and multilateral energy treaties and obligations

International cooperation in science and technology

Regional and country-specific opportunities and barriers to energy markets and services

Trade and investment trends in the global energy economy

International energy partnerships, commitments, and agreements

Technology Development and Deployment

Research and development (R&D) strategies and policy

Technology research portfolios and budgets

Energy end-use technologies and standards, including efficiency in buildings, transportation, and industry